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Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank that is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer.
The bank decided to _____ them the money as they were reliable clients.

Option 1: let

Option 2: lend

Option 3: borrow

Option 4: lease


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Correct Answer: lend


Solution : The second option is the correct answer: lend.

let : to allow someone to use or occupy something, often temporarily.

lend : to give something to someone with the expectation of getting it back, typically money or an item.

borrow : to take something from someone with the intention of returning it, typically money or an item.

lease : to rent or hire something, such as property or equipment, for a specified period in exchange for payment.

Therefore, the corrected sentence is "The bank decided to lend them the money as they were reliable clients."

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